Criminal Justice Evolution

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Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Jimmy Keefe - Retired Firefighter and Shatterproof Team Member Nov 11, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. If you love this show please share it with family and friends and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A special thank you to YOU. The criminal justice professional. You put it all on the line every day. You are a very special person. I hope you know that. Remember you have much support and remember you are loved. Please be safe and keep up the great work.

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol. I was contemplating hurting myself. I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819.

https://fherehab.com/

People often ask me what makes FHE Health and Shatterproof for First Responders so special. I give them two responses. 1) Their unique program that is designed specifically for the first responder community, and 2) The amazing people that work in the Shatterproof Program. Most of the people on the Shatterproof Team are former First Responders or Military Veterans which means THEY GET IT. They have been where you are and reached out for help.

One of those amazing individuals is a good friend of mine, Jimmy Keefe. Jimmy Keefe, a retired firefighter and Resident Manager in Shatterproof FHE Health treatment program for first responders. Jimmy spent 27 years fighting fires in his hometown of New Brunswick, New Jersey. During that time, he witnessed 40 deaths and made some harrowing rescues.

One of them was a five-year-old girl. By the time Keefe was able to pull her from the flames and carry her out of a burning building, she was unconscious, having endured third-degree burns that covered 72 percent of her body. At the time, Keefe was a young firefighter—just 22—and the traumatic memories of that night would haunt him years later. They would return in dreams, flashbacks and intense feelings of guilt and failure that he eventually tried to numb with drugs and alcohol.

Jimmy eventually reached out for help and his treatment at Shatterproof, like me, saved his life. Keefe is an advocate for treatment and recovery not just because he sees it every day in the lives of other first responders, but he understands how the trauma and depression with first responders work.

Jimmy was an instrumental figure in my recovery at Shatterproof and I am honored and grateful to call him a good friend.

We dive deep in this show, and Jimmy talks openly about his journey. Find Jimmy here:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008700601697

https://fherehab.com/learning/normal-life-after-trauma

https://fherehab.com/

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Sachin ”Sach” Latti - A Story of PTSD from a First Responder Nov 09, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to the show. Thank you for listening. If you love this show please share with family and friends and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A special thank you to YOU. The criminal justice professional. You put it all on the line everyday. You are a very special person. I hope you know that. Remember you have much support and remember you are loved. Please be safe and keep up the great work.

https://fherehab.com/

Sach an honor to have my next guest on the show, Sachin "Sach" Latti. Many people who are in recovery look for something to keep them going. To keep them motivated. Sach decided to start running and now he is competing at the highest levels. Sach never though of himself of a runner but he is doing it because he has the drive and focus to go for his dreams. Do you?

Sach has suffered like everyone, but he didn't let his suffering hold him back like most do. Sach talks openly about his background and how he recognized behaviors that contributed to the unhealthy lifestyle he was living. Sach continues to grow and challenge himself to become a man beyond his past experiences. He also was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of serving as a First Responder and as a result is on the journey of healing.

His spirit and drive is amazing. He strives for continual growth and has set some significant goals for himself. He is currently training to help raise awareness and funding for First Responders who suffer from PTSD.

You can find Sach here:

https://globalnews.ca/tag/sachin-latti/

https://www.surreynowleader.com/news/canada-border-services-agency-officer-raises-more-than-20k-for-b-c-legion/

Insta: sach.in.motion

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Microcast Monday - You are Exactly where You need to Be Nov 07, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started for your week. Thank you for listening to the show. If you like this show and others, please share with family and friends. Give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A big thanks to YOU! Every day you go out and do an incredible job serving and protecting. Remember that majority of Americans love and respect you. Keep up the great work and please be safe.

https://fherehab.com/

You might be thinking why do bad things and events always happen to me? Why do I always find myself in the same situations? One problem might be repeated behaviors. Doing the same things often lead to the same results. Maybe its time to shake things up a bit and do things differently? Seek out that mentor or people that can help you elevate to a better level.

Remember as hard as it might be you are exactly where you need to be right now - even though it sucks. I believe that nothing "just happens to me". Everything that happens is for a purpose and I am right where I need to be in this moment in time. When I was at my lowest, I knew that things would get better. I knew there was help for me and I knew I was in my place for a reason.

Stay strong and stay steadfast. You are at the place you are for a reason. The reason is yours to discover.

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: A Great Chat with Georgia LEO - Sgt. Eric McCants Nov 02, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to The Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you love the show please share this episode and others with your family and friends. Please give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A big thanks to you. The criminal justice professional. Whatever you are doing in the field and wherever you are at thank you for doing what you do. Few can and are willing to perform your noble job. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work.

https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

Such an honor to have Law Enforcement Professional Eric McCants on the show. Eric is a full-time LEO in Georgia and is a Narcotics Sergeant and works for the Burke County Sheriffs Office. Eric and I talk in depth about the current state of law enforcement and how attitude and dedication can help you keep going.

Eric is a great example of how a positive attitude can yield positive results. Keep up the great work brother.

Find Eric here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-mccants-3a3920192/

http://www.burkesheriff.org/

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Microcast Monday: Start Being Honest With Yourself Oct 31, 2022

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A big thanks to YOU! Everyday you go out and do an incredible job serving and protecting. Remember that majority of Americans love and respect you. Keep up the great work and please be safe.

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol. I was contemplating hurting myself. I decided to finally reach out and ask for help and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819

https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

Be honest with yourself. You might be able to fool people around you but that internal voice inside of you encourages you to be honest with yourself. I know its hard. We don't want to admit our faults or weaknesses but when you are completely honest with yourself it's like a weight gets lifted off your chest.

As humans we want to please others. We want recognition and praise. There is nothing wrong with that but if you are struggling with personal and professional challenges you need to conduct an internal search warrant on yourself and above all be honest with where you are in your life. The bottom line is we can all be better and improve.

But it starts with taking a long and often hard look at ourselves. You can do it. I believe in you and the journey you are about to take. Chin up - You got this!

I hope you have a great and productive day. Please be safe.

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Microcast Monday: Stop Procrastinating Oct 24, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started with your week. If you love the show please share this and other episodes with your family and friends and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A big thank you to YOU! Thank you for being a first responder. Thank you for what you do everyday. Remember the majority of people support you. Don't believe all the crap in the media and social media. You are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the great work.

Time for a check up. It's October. Are you where you wanted to be when 2022 started? Maybe you are and that is fantastic. Maybe you aren't. Maybe you have been putting off what you need to do until that day when everything is perfectly aligned and you can make your move. Here is a little secret - It's never going to be perfectly aligned.

https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

There is no such thing as a perfect time to make your move. The traffic lights of life are never going to be green at the same time. So what are you waiting for? Why do you continue to procrastinate? I have been there. I have put off things I knew I needed to do until that day. That day when things were right and I could make my move. Meanwhile my physical and mental health suffered while I waited and procrastinated.

Don't wait any longer for your personal and professional development. Time waits for no one, and your time is now.

Go out and conquer your day and your week.

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: David Dachinger & Dr. Stacy Raymond - First Responder Resilience Podcast Oct 20, 2022

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Hello and welcome back to The CJEvolution Podcast. Thank you for tuning in and supporting this show throughout the years. Please share this episode and others with your family and friends. Give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A big thanks to YOU, The criminal justice professional. Whatever you are doing in the first responder field thank you for doing it. There is a lot of negativity directed towards first responders these days but remember that the majority of people support you. Keep doing an amazing job and be safe.

https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

So excited to have my next guests on the show:

David Dachinger

David Dachinger is a retired Fire Lieutenant with over 21 years as a leader in emergency services. He has written department policies, instructed fire and rescue training and organized firehouse wellness initiatives. As a fire officer, he often worked as Acting Shift Commander and Incident Commander. Along with Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT and Dr. Stacy Raymond, he produces and co-hosts the Responder Resilience Podcast. David is also a Stage IV cancer survivor. Combining expertise in multimedia, crisis leadership and major medical challenges, along with his wife, psychotherapist Tamara Green, David creates calming programs that de-stress the lives of first responder and, cancer patients through their Loving Meditations App.

Dr. Stacy Raymond
Dr. Stacy Raymond has been practicing as a Clinical Psychologist in Ridgefield, Connecticut for 22 years. She is a trauma specialist, helping clients overcome anxiety, panic and PTSD. Half of her practice is dedicated to First Responders and Military Veterans. Her father is a Marine and a retired police officer. She is an Approved Consultant in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a highly effective form of psychotherapy that quickly helps people heal from and move past their worst memories. Stacy created Responder Wellness, Inc., a non-profit whose mission is to subsidize or provide free of charge safety equipment and wellness services to First Responders in Fairfield County, CT with plans to grow state-wide. She is a clinician, speaker and trainer for law enforcement and fire service peer support.

David and Stacy are hosts of the extremely popular First Responder Resilience Podcast. In this show we cover important topics such as depression, addiction challenges, but the main takeaway is that if you are suffering there is hope. Your wellness and recovery is waiting for you. Take that first step forward.

First Responder Resilience Podcast:

https://www.respondertv.com/

Find David here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddachinger/

Find Stacy here:

https://www.drstacyraymond.com/

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Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Microcast Monday: The First Step is Always the Hardest Oct 17, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your day. If you love this show and others, please share with your family and friends. Give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

Thank you. Thank you for protecting and serving everyday. There is a lot of negative talk about law enforcement in this country but remember this. The vast majority of people support you. Keep doing a great job and please be safe.

Personal and Professional challenges get to us all. Sometimes we fall into depression, and isolation and start self-medicating. Remember you are not alone. Just because you are suffering doesn’t mean you need to stay there. If you are struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or both, please reach out. My life changed for the better when I took that step forward. I am so grateful for FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program for First Responders. Reach out to me directly at 303-960- 9819. https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

You know you need to make a decision on something. Maybe its personal. Maybe its professional. You know you have to take a step forward but you are fearful. You are afraid of making the wrong decision. You are afraid of what people will think.

Life is taking chances. You sometimes fail, and you sometimes win with your decision but you need to take a step forward and make it. Often the thing we know we need to do is the exact step we need to take.

No one can do it for you. You have to do it yourself. When you were learning how to walk people were there to coach, hold and encourage you to take your first step. It's the same now with your decision. You have to do it.

You can do it. People believe in you. I believe in you.

Go out and conquer your day.

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Patrick

Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Talking Shop with Mike The Cop Oct 12, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to the Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you love the show please share this episode and all the shows with your family and friends. Please give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A big shout out and thanks to - YOU! Thank you for serving and protecting everyday. Don't believe all the crap some are saying about the first responder professionals. The majority of people support and love you. Keep up the great work

Personal and Professional challenges get to us all. Sometimes we fall into depression, isolation and start self-medicating. Remember you are not alone. Just because you are suffering doesn't mean you need to stay there. If you are struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or both, please reach out. My life changed for the better when I took that step forward. I am so grateful for FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program for First Responders. Reach out at 844-650-1399 or contact me directly at 303-960- 9819. https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

So excited to have my next guest on the show - Mike Edwards (AKA Mike the Cop). While many know Mike through his hilarious social media posts which explore the humorous side of police work and community interactions, a lot of people don't know that Mike is serious about making the profession better. Mike is a successful entrepreneur and a sought after speaker.

In this episode Mike and I scratch the surface on some issues such as Mental Health and Wellness for First Responders, The State of Law Enforcement and Ways to improve to some political opinions. Now I often shy away from political banter, but we dove in a little - Listener beware =)

FHE Health is excited to have Mike The Cop attend and MC our upcoming fundraising event - https://fherehab.com/learning/therapy-dog-fundraiser-luncheon

A great interview with Mike The Cop

You can find Mike here:

https://mikethecop.tv/

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Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Microcast Monday: Start Letting GO Oct 10, 2022

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Hello everyone and welcome back to Microcast Monday. Short bursts of inspiration and motivation to get you started on your week. Please share this episode and others with friends and family and give us that 5-Star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts.

A big Thank You to YOU. The first responder and criminal justice professional. There is a lot of negativity out there towards law enforcement but remember that vast majority support you. Please be strong, and be safe.

If you are struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or both, please reach out. My life changed for the better when I took that step forward. I am so grateful for FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program for First Responders. Reach out at 844-650-1399 or contact me directly at 303-960- 9819. https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/

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Today, I want you to write down all of your fears and worries. I then want to write down what you are doing to mitigate those fears and worries. It might seem like a simple task, but I really want you to put some thought into this. Remember the majority of crap we worry and fear 1) Never comes to pass and 2) Is not as bad as we envisioned it in our minds.

I am not trying to downplay your worries and fears. Those are legitimate. Bad things happen. We all know this. I am just trying to convey that what you give energy to grows. If you learn to let go and lets things happen then you won't have that burden in your mind. This is very difficult and I still work on this everyday, but you can hold both spaces. Just focus your energy into a more positive direction and outcome.

You can do it. But like anything it requires work.

Thank you for what you are doing in the world and being you. Remember you are loved. Let go and blossom into the person you were meant to be.

Go out and conquer you day.

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Patrick